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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Dipping Sauce
Garnish
Method
Cooking the Crab
- 1
Prepare the Cooking Liquid
In a large pot, combine the water, Old Bay seasoning, and salt. Bring to a rolling boil over high heat.
- 2
Add the Crab
Once the water is boiling, carefully add the blue crabs to the pot. Make sure they are fully submerged in the liquid.
- 3
Cook the Crab
Cover the pot and cook the crabs for about 15-20 minutes, or until they turn a bright orange color.
- 4
Preparing the Dipping Sauce
- 5
Mix the Ingredients
In a mixing bowl, combine the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, and hot sauce. Stir until smooth and well combined.
Serving
- 6
Plate the Crabs
Arrange the cooked blue crabs on a serving platter.
- 7
Garnish
Sprinkle with fresh parsley and serve with lemon wedges on the side.
- 8
Serve with Dipping Sauce
Serve the crabs with the prepared dipping sauce for a delicious and fresh seafood experience.
